Roasted Cauliflower Chicken Sheet Pan (Print Version)

Succulent chicken and golden cauliflower roasted together with aromatic spices for an easy, flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Proteins

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (approximately 1.1 pounds)

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium head cauliflower, cut into florets (approximately 1.3 pounds)
03 - 1 medium red onion, sliced

→ Marinade & Seasonings

04 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
05 - 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
09 - 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
10 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes

→ For Serving

11 - 2 cups cooked basmati or jasmine rice
12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
13 - Lemon wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chili flakes until well combined.
03 - Add chicken thighs to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly with the marinade. Remove from bowl and set aside.
04 - Add cauliflower florets and sliced red onion to the remaining marinade in the bowl. Toss well to ensure even coating.
05 - Spread the cauliflower and red onions evenly across the prepared sheet pan. Nestle the seasoned chicken thighs among the vegetables.
06 - Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cauliflower is golden and tender.
07 - While the chicken and vegetables roast, prepare the rice according to package instructions if not already cooked.
08 - Divide the cooked rice among plates. Top with roasted chicken and vegetables. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Almost zero cleanup means you can actually relax after dinner instead of facing a sink full of dishes
  • The spices create this incredible crispy coating on the cauliflower that makes it addictive
  • Everything finishes cooking at the same time so there is no juggling multiple pans or oven temperatures
02 -
  • Crowding the pan is actually fine here since the vegetables will steam a bit then roast as they release moisture
  • Don't skip the parchment paper because the caramelized spices and chicken juices can be stubborn to clean off bare metal
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry with paper towels before adding it to the marinade for better spice adhesion
  • Use an instant read thermometer to check doneness without cutting into the meat
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